Walsingham Academy Alumni Magazine 2011 Summer : Page 4from the pen of sister mary jeanne... Dear Family and Friends, As another school year comes to a close, I extend heartfelt thanks to each of you for your support of the Academy’s commitment to excellence. Generous contributions, whether through volunteerism or financial gifts, continue to help us move the Academy forward. We have had an exciting year— we welcomed a new Principal to the Upper School, Miss Katherine Johnson; expanded our service projects in and beyond Williamsburg; the Madrigals travelled to the Vatican this winter to perform for the Pope; Coach Billy Barnes won his 300th basketball game this season; the first annual Walk for Excellence was a success; and a new Director of Marketing has joined the Academy. This time of year helps us celebrate and reflect on the Mission of Walsingham Academy and its place in the lives of those entrusted to our care. On June 11, we graduated 56 young men and women who will take the next stage in their development by attending colleges all over the country. This class earned an impressive $2.8 million in scholarships to assist them in this next step. Our Board of Trustees, as well as a dedicated administrative team, faculty, and staff have worked tirelessly to provide an outstanding, well-rounded education steeped in Mercy values. Reunion Weekend will bring many alumni back to campus in the fall. I have had the opportunity to see many of them over the past year, and they continue to make us, their families, and society so proud. It will be a joy to keep in touch with our graduates, and I will be thrilled when they share their successes with us. It is my dearest hope that our recent graduates, alumni, parents, students, and friends all feel a strong connection to the Academy. Please know that each of you have a place at Walsingham and a continued place in my love and prayers. Board of Trustees David Julien, Chairman Robert W. Hershberger, Vice-Chairman Louise Canfield, Secretary William L. Brauer John Cooke Charles Crone Gregory Davis Michael J. Fox Sister Virginia Hasson Page Hayhurst John E. Kerner Amy Kerr Lisa Krass Sister Barbara MacWilliams Kevin Murphy Sister Mary Jeanne Oesterle Bill Reeser Richard Setian Susan Zoboli Editors Courtny L. Fout ’01 Alumni & Events Coordinator Janet W. Reid Director of Advancement Robin Strup Director of Marketing Design Colleen Carpinelli Creo Designs Sister Mary Jeanne Oesterle President Professional Photography HaLee Curtis 4 Publication List |
